Disability rights
Media and commentary related to our work to make society more accessible, supportive and fair for people with disability.
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ABC News: NDIS ordered to fund mobility scooter in ‘extremely significant’ Federal Court ruling
Our client Lee Eastham won a game-changing case against the NDIA, which could mean people with multiple disabilities can access more NDIS supports.
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Game-changing court win forces a fairer NDIS funding approach
Our client Lee Eastham has won a Federal Court case against the NDIA, meaning the agency has to consider all his needs when making funding decisions.
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ABC News: Uber quietly agrees to external review after woman sues over guide dog refusals
Uber has agreed to an independent review of its Australian operations after settling a disability discrimination case brought by our client Paula Hobley.
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Accountability for Uber after disability discrimination complaint
Uber Australia has agreed to an independent review of its Australian operations in response to a disability discrimination case filed by our client Paula Hobley.
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2SER: Calling for a ‘Whole of Person’ approach to NDIS funding
Senior Solicitor Sheetal Balakrishnan explained how a whole of person approach from the NDIS would mean more people get the support they need.
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ABC News: Woman with disability twice denied permission to fly with assistance dog by Air New Zealand
We assisted Lisa Robinson in a complaint against Air New Zealand. In a win for passengers with assistance animals, the airline has changed its policy.
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Air New Zealand policy change a win for travellers with assistance dogs
We assisted Lisa Robinson with a complaint after Air New Zealand prevented her from flying with her assistance animal in the cabin.
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Channel 10 News: Disability Advocates Speak Out After Virgin Australia Airport Ordeals
Senior Solicitor Erin Turner Manners spoke about the systemic barriers that prevent equal access to air travel for people with disability.
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The Guardian: Calls for change after Qantas refuses to fly British woman with mobility scooter due to its battery
People who use mobility aids often face unfair barriers when flying. Senior Solicitor Erin Turner Manners said airlines need to do better.